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  AMELIA

The meaning of the unisex name Amelia is FORM OF AMALIA

Details on AMELIA:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Industrious
Popularity for Girl:
6th in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Boy:
18,950th in the USA (bottom 10%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

12,740 births
AMELIA as a GIRL in 2024
9 births
AMELIA as a BOY in 2024

The meaning(s) of AMELIA:

The name Amelia is a Teutonic baby name. In Teutonic the meaning of the name Amelia is: Defender.
Teutonic meaning
The name Amelia is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Amelia is: Defender.
American meaning
The name Amelia is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Amelia is: Industrious. Striving.
English meaning
The name Amelia is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Amelia is: Industrious. Striving.
Latin meaning
The name Amelia is a German baby name. In German the meaning of the name Amelia is: From the Old German Amalburga, meaning labour and the Latin Aemilia.
German meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for AMELIA:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name AMELIA

 AMELIA as a girl

YearGirl Births
202412740 births
202312352 births
202212409 births
202113032 births
202012799 births
201912940 births
201812402 births
201711800 births
201610753 births
20159852 births
20148789 births
20138032 births
20127242 births
20116368 births
20105455 births
20094695 births

 AMELIA as a boy

YearBoy Births
20249 births
20237 births
202213 births
20218 births
20206 births
201914 births
20189 births
201711 births
20167 births
20149 births
20138 births
20117 births
20095 births
20077 births
20065 births
20056 births

About the name AMELIA

Amelia, a name that dances on the tongue, is of Latin origin, derived from "Aemilia," meaning "rival" or "eager." This graceful name has woven its way through the tapestry of cultures, blooming in popularity across English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia, where it evokes a sense of timeless elegance. It is also cherished in various forms in other languages, such as Amélie in French and Emilia in Italian and Spanish, each version carrying its own charm. Symbolically, Amelia embodies strength and determination, often associated with industriousness and a spirited nature, reminiscent of the industrious bee, a nod to its etymological roots. In literature and history, notable Amelias, like the adventurous Amelia Earhart, inspire images of bravery and exploration, making this name not just a choice, but a legacy of resilience. With its melodic sound and rich heritage, Amelia stands as a beautiful testament to the virtues of ambition and grace, making it a delightful choice for a little one destined to leave her mark on the world.

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